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I connected with Coach Mario for my grad school application. I love how he will always give me comprehensive feedback and straightforward suggestions. From the past few months work with Coach Mario, not only my overall writing skills improve quickly but also I have a specific goal for my future development! In addition, I like how Coach Mario is communicative and thoughtful.

Brennen was incredibly thorough in his approach to the mock interview. He takes the time to read through your entire application and crafts questions that are not only relevant but also dive into details you wouldn’t expect to be probed on, things so small you might have assumed they’d go unnoticed. It’s clear that he has mastered the art of thinking like an admissions committee member, structuring the interview in a way that reflects how they allocate time and assess candidates. What truly sets Brennen apart is the depth and precision of his questioning. He doesn’t just ask standard interview questions, he finds the nuances in your application and presses on them in ways you never saw coming. His ability to anticipate those angles is what makes him so valuable. He forces you to think critically about your own story, how you connect the dots, and whether your answers actually reflect the best version of yourself, not just the version you think they want to hear. Beyond just asking insightful questions, Brennen’s feedback is honest, sharp, and incredibly useful. He doesn’t just tell you what worked and what didn’t, he gives you concrete, actionable ways to refine your responses. His insights go beyond just content, he helps you sharpen your delivery, pacing, and even the way you approach unexpected questions. But more than anything, he pushes you to be honest, with yourself and with your answers. He challenges you to strip away the fluff and speak with real clarity, conviction, and authenticity. If you want a mock interview that challenges you to think deeper, answer with authenticity, and handle curveballs with confidence, all while being an invaluable learning experience, Brennen is the person to go to.

Working with Debby is a game-changer. I had been struggling with my essays, in particular how to convey my journey and experience in ways that admissions would appreciate. Debby immediately knew the best steps and guided my throughout the process with amazing insights, edits, and direction. In the end, I had a very strong and clear application that was lightyears better than I could have imagined. She also directed me to other programs I had not previously known about or explored, and this opened my eyes to even more possibilities for grad school - I just accepted an offer of admission to UPENN, a school and program she recommended to me. I recommend Debby and sing her praises to anyone asking for help with applications, navigating programs, and everything else that goes along with this. She is a game changer and definitely someone you want in your corner throughout applications. She will leave you feeling very prepared, confident, and satisfied with your applications. Thank you for everything Debby!!!

Geri took the time to craft a challenging interview for me based on my application. Additionally, Geri provided excellent support during my post-interview reflection reviewing my edits during a Friday evening. Overall, I think Geri is efficient and has loads of experience. Now, I just have to wait for decisions to come out :)

Lucas is a great coach who always shows care and helps you understand the importance of telling your story authentically. He is able to relate to the challenges of applying to your dream school, and maintains an open and honest form of communication with his mentees. Through my application process Lucas helped me flesh out parts of my personal story that I didn't even know existed, or didn't think were worthy of being shared. Having gone through the MBA/MPP application process himself, Lucas is very sharp on the types of experiences that should be relayed to the admissions committee. I'm thankful to have gotten to work with Lucas and would recommend others looking for a mentor to do the same.

Avery left me feeling very prepared for my upcoming interview and I felt that it went excellent thanks to her help and feedback!

I reached out to Ian for coaching after receiving an interview invitation. In just two short sessions, he provided many invaluable tips, particularly on how to structure responses in a relevant and impactful way. Given the tight preparation timeline, he was incredibly flexible and available. Despite the short notice, he was also very supportive and encouraging.

I reached out to Stetson on a very short notice over the New Year holiday to help refine my personal statement, and he was such a wonderful support. He went above and beyond our coaching hours to thoroughly review the essay and provide valuable feedback. In such a short amount of time, he was able to pinpoint aspects of my story to spotlight, tailored to the school I was applying to.

I attended Karla's Wharton TBD Simulation and I felt 10x more confident after my session. Prior to our session, Karla shared a document outlining key details for the mock session - which proved Karla's investment into this process, and her genuine interest in helping each candidate. During the TBD, Karla was attentive and analyzed every participant closely. After our TBD + 1:1 session, Karla gave personalized feedback that was relevant for the team and our individual improvements. Within a few hours, I received VERY DETAILED feedback - it was incredible!! Karla shared very specific feedback that I was able to apply during my actual TBD interview. I truly felt a lot more prepared for my interview after attending Karla's session. She gave honest feedback, which helped me with my strengths and weaknesses. I would recommend Karla to anyone in the Wharton interview process, and anyone on the MBA journey!!! :) Thank you, Karla!!!!

Maya is, without a doubt, the best mentor you could hope for in any master’s admissions process. Despite my focus on a data science master’s, she went above and beyond to ensure every aspect of my application was polished to perfection. What truly sets her apart is her exceptional communication skills and unwavering flexibility. Being based in Poland, I expected time zone differences to be a challenge, but Maya was always accommodating, making the process seamless. Her dedication, keen attention to detail, and deep understanding of admissions made all the difference. In the end, I was admitted to my top-choice master’s program with scholarships.